
Jeff Marek and Justin Bourne open with a conversation about where Connor McDavid sits in the pecking order of NHL centres, then they take listener questions from Twitter before being joined by Gary Lawless for a trip down memory lane and to discuss the differences in the old and new games.



The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Nov. 20: Taking Your Twitter Questions

Sportsnet insider Jeff Marek goes around the league in Sportsnet 590 The FAN’s national NHL show, airing live across the country daily from 12pm-2pm ET. Opinion, news and analysis featuring daily segments from insider Elliotte Friedman.

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Jeff and Elliotte react to the news of the Sabres dismissing Don Granato of his head coaching duties, if Kevyn Adams is going to go with another first time head coach and where 100 assists in a season ranks among greatest feats in the sport. Next, they talk about how individual skills coaches have changed the game, Lucas Raymond’s impressive run and the Islanders getting into the playoffs.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: Granato Out in Buffalo

Jeff chats with Dallas Star General Manager Jim Nill about the expectations for his club coming into this season, how Pete DeBoer rotates his lines, and scouting Wyatt Johnston. Next up, Olympic and World Champion Gold Medalist Erin Ambrose looks back on another World Championship after defeating the United States, how Marie-Philip Poulin took the game over and how physical the tournament was compared to PWHL games (18:22). Later on, Jesse Granger of The Athletic weighs in on the timeline for Alex Pietrangelo’s return, what made Noah Hanifin want to stay in Vegas and how the Golden Knights operate with their salary cap in-season (50:22).

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Jim Nill on the Stars + Erin Ambrose on Another Title!

Jeff and Elliotte look at the potential aftermath from Alex Meruelo’s sale of the Coyotes, if the sale could be wrapped up in the coming week and how aggressive Ryan Smith will be this coming off-season. Next, they discuss why the NHL would want Smith as an owner, Auston Matthews’ pursuit of 70 goals and how complicated the Hart Trophy race gets if he accomplishes the feat.  

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The Latest with Elliotte Friedman: Will the Salt Lake Franchise Be Aggressive?

Jeff chats with college hockey insider Mike McMahon about Montreal draft pick Jacob Fowler’s play this season, the future of both Boston University and Michigan and the potential agreement between the NCAA and CHL. Later on, former NHL defenceman and author of “Thundermouth: Memoirs of a Broad Street Bully", Joe Watson talks about his relationship with his younger brother, the start of the "Broad Street Bullies" and playing for Fred Shero (17:15). Producer Matt wraps up the week with a look back on Joel Quenneville’s appearance on the Cam & Strick Podcast (51:17).

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Memories with Flyer Legend Joe Watson

Jeff and Elliotte kick off Friday's show reacting to a faceoff play by the Penguins in overtime, before discussing if the temperature is hotter in Pittsburgh or Detroit and the Islanders continuing their winning streak. They finish up by talking about if Auston Matthews will play the remaining games, the turmoil in Arizona and memories of the "Broad Street Bullies".

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Nov. 20: Taking Your Twitter Questions

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